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Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
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THE LITTLE FALLS HEAD.

On Friday last John Biilstein moved
his family into the house just north o.
Z. Signof's on Fourth street, and while
hauling the goods for him Hubert Kin
Igen found 4 human skull IN the yard
Just south Of the barn, There was no
flesh on it and the former proprietor Of
| ita apparently parted company with itsey-
leral years ago. No other bones were
found in that vicinity. II is the opinion
lof DR.. Bncha that it is the skull Of a
comparatively Young man. Il does not
look az Thought had been exposed to
the air for any great leneth Of time. and
lit is evidently . white mans skull.
There is nothing whatever to lead to-
any Identification Of it, and it is impos-:
sible to form an opiaion as to how or
when twas placed there.
THE MorLEY SKELETON, 5 AS
James Hughes and James Taylor of
Motley were out hunting on Tuesday,
and they found a skeleton in the woods
about two and one-half miles south Of
ttthat place. The surroundings we're rather.
suspicious, and the people of that town
notified Coroner Fortier, and asked him
to come up and hold an inquest. He
went up and summoned a jury and after
inquiring into the facts Of the case the.
following verdict was found: Isl q
State of Minnesota, I *,t
County al Morrison. :.
An inquisition taken at Motley in the
County of Morrison, on the 18th day of
October, 1887, before G. NJ. A. Fortier,
Coroner ofthe said County of Morrison,
upon view of the skeleton of an un.
known person, being there dead, by the.
oaths OF the jurors whose names are
hereunto subscribed: who, being sworn
to inquire on behalf of the State of Min
nesota, when, how, and by what means
the said unknown came to his death,
upon their oaths do say: That he came
to his death through foul play, by the
hand of an unknown party Or parties.
In testimony whereof the said Coron-
er and jurors of this inquest have here
unto set their hands the day and year
aforesaid. I'll. +. l=s .--s -. i
y. a. tHt1M1hLANs = ". =. ADAMS,
z G. +. NEWTON, ALB. ST. PIERRE,
w. NJ. TRIP, H. E. WALDRoN.
-~:=5 G. NJ. A. SoRMER, NJ. D., Coroner.
The flesh was ali removed from the
bones, and marks on parts Of the skele-
ton showed that it had evidently been
gnawed by animals. The bones had ev-
identity been there for several months.
No clothes or anything else to identify
the remains by were found in the vicin-
ity. The bones of the right leg below
the knee were missing. Apparently an
effort had been made to dig hole in
the ground in which TO bury the body,
but it was not completed, and the body
was left near the spot.
g. last February man named Dick
Godfrey, who had been at work near
Motley, was paid off in that village and
disappeared, nothing ever being heard
of him afterwards. He was about S
feet, II inches in height, and the bones
correspond to those of a man of that
stature. It is the general impression in
Motley that the remains are those of
Godfrey, but there is no definite opin-
ion as to how they came there. God
trey's home was at Woodside, Polk
county MINI. >.4'.' -..
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
nf Cnmh;nof;nns

True delicacy of flavor with. true eff
cacy of action has been attained in. the
famous California fruit liquid remedy,
Syrup Of Figs. It's pleasant taste and
beneficial effects have rendered 1t i'm
mensely popular. It cleans the System,
cures Costiveness, etc.-For Sale by J..
g. Houston, Druggist. e
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
Village Lots for Sale.

I have "a village lots for sale. They
are situated in different parts of the vii
lage, and are the finest lots on the
market. The title is perfect, and parties
wishing to invest money in our promis-
ing village should see me before 4pur-
chasing. LEON HoUDE. /
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
e Ladies,
have you seen that 50 shoe at Tanners l?

Dissolution of Partnership.
Notice is hereby given that the part
nership heretofore existing under the
firm name of Gravel {; Goulet Bros. is
this day dissolved by mutual consent.
All debts owed by the said firm and
all accounts and notes due the said firm
will be settled by either Charles Gravel
or F. X Goulet, who are this day au-
thorized to do so.
Dated at Gravelville, Mimi, this LIST
day Of October, 1887.
CHAs. GRAVEL,
F. x. GoULEr,
GEO. D. GoULET.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
MONEY TO LOAN.

On improved farms: will advance
money to parties wishing to pay up on
railroad, school and other lands.
Call at Register of Deeds Office,
= i.7l2 i 8 Little Falls. MINI.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The Little Falls Steam :Brewery ~
lheen greatly enlarged the-- past sesso1
and the capacity greatly ucreased. Nsxl
Dnild ings have been put mp AMI The es
Itablis hment finish ed throng hont III ex,
lcellent style. There has been i reor'
ganization Of the proprietors and il II
now owned by the Little Falls Brewing
company; the members arc Simon
Brick, , August Brick and John Blum,
Mr.. Blum is a practical brewer Of long
experience, and came here from ST.
Paul, whore he had charge Of one oi
the largest breweries. He Is having ex-
cellent success, and is making first
class quality of beer. The storage ca
|pacity Of the bre very is now 200 bar-
rels, several new tubs having been
built that hold 100 barrels each. It is
now possible for the company to supply
the demand, and always have beer on
h and that is in proper condition to go
into the market. Their trade is steadi-
.ly increasing and they now supply all the
beer consumed in Little Falls,
Rich Prairie, Buchanan, Royatton,
North Prairie, Swan River, SWanyille
and IT. Ripley, They also have q
good trade on the Little Falls & Dako-
Ia railroad, shipping to Sank Centre and
points farther west: n B. ;ts &.
= s.
/ The Brainerd papers feel as though
we We're very unkind in claiming that
the plan adopted at their dam Of run
ming the Mississippi river through a
W OGDEN box was not regarded as favor
ably by mill men as the Little Falls.
system Of having rock canal, and one
Of the papers advances the silly idea
that we are jealous. We hope and be-
liese that the natural advantages of
Brainerd, coupled with the enterprise
Of her many public spirited citizens,
will result in the building of flourish
ing manufacturing city at that place.
We have often said SO in these columns,
and have never attempted to belittle her
in this matter. We believe that her
water power is one ofthe most important
facts to secure the desired growth. At
the same time we claim, and it is fact
known by anyone who has investigated,
that the Little Falls water power is far
superior TO the one at Brainerd, that it
is being improved in much better
manner, and that when the improve
ments on both. are completed the one at
Little Falls will present better inuuce-
ments for the location of mills than the
one at Brainerd. The superiority of
the water power at Little Falls is a fact
that none will question. neither can
it be questioned that Brainerd
has fair water power. Such water
power as Brainerd has can be created at
dozens Of places on the Mississippi riv-
err; such water power as Little Falls
has can be created nowhere else, and
for permanency and quality the inn
provence nts will have ne rival in the
whole West. 1t has been known for
years that Little Falls had an .unini-
proved water power second to none on
the Mississippi, except, possibly, the one
at Minneapolis, and far superior to any
ON the stream, without exec ption, in re-
gard to opportunity for permanent, sub
stantial and comparatively cheap i'm
provement. The Improvements are now
b cling made, and will be completed in
few months.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Anybody in need of clothing would do
we'll to examine our stock before buying
elsewhere. We can show you the largest
line in town, and at prices that defy
competition. ~Ysrs RICHARD BEos.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

" Having moved into my new quarters
with a full and complete line Of fall and
winter goods, full and complete in all
departments, which will be sold cheaper
than you have been paying for the same
class Of goods heretofore. come and
look me over. No trouble to show
goods. .=i5.5 A. TANNER.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
Mems good winter
suits only 81 worth
IS at TANNERS.
Wagons and Buggies,

If you want anything in the wagon or
buggy line you should call on us. We
are handling full line, and our prices
will surprise you. We are doingsa large
business and can afford to sell cheap.
Z. Z -: f#.sf r.-. J. RAssIER.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
At the Opera House.

Felix A. andEya Vincent and their
company are at the Opera House this
week, each evening and Saturday
matinee. The entertainments = are
uniformly good, and the attendance
large. Mr.. Vincent is a wonderfully
fine actor, and Mrs. Vincent is the best
actress that has appeared in Little Falls
for some time. The play this evening is
"a Serious Family" followed by an ex-
cellent farce. Matinee tomorrow after
noon and the engagement will close
tomorrow evening.
Next week the Peak & Cakes Comedy
company will appear on Monday even
ing. .:..
We can safely say that no entertain
ments given during the winterhave given
as much or as general salts faction as
those by G.. Paul Smith.-St. Paul Daily
Globe. - = =. y......- =
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Samuel r. Fickton of st. Paul is now
in Little Falls and will have local charge
of Egbert G. Handy's real estate Office
which will have charge of handling the
real estate belonging to the Improve
nent Co. and the Water Power COM
pany. An office will be opened in the
room now used for Hon, j. G. Flynn's
office. They will he ready for business
in few days. Mr.. Handy will be in
town next week.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
For Sale.

have 100 acres Of good land miles
from little Falls, and mile from the
Little IN Mills which 4 win zen cheap
~ CIR Inquire Of q si
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Word was received on Wednesday
that Wilsey Tanner, son of Mr.. and Mrs.
J. w. Tanner of Gravelville. had died in
the hospital at Fl. Benton, Montana. He
had been at work during the season for
A. L. Riley on railroad work, and was
taken sick with mountain fever a short
time ago. He was taken to the hospital,
and his recovery expected, but the trou-
bic was more serious than it was thought
to be. His relatives here had meagre
reports of his illness, but it was not
thought that his condition was danger
Gus. He was nineteen years of age. In
structions have been sent to have the re-
mains forwarded to this place. Mrs.
Tanner, his mother, who was visiting in
New York city, has been notified, and is
on her way home. L.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
Wanted.
Beans at Tanner

We have just received the finest line OF
chairs ever brought to this city; call and
take . look at them. We will be
pleased TO show them to you. @
/ q HARrING & Son.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

@The only place where can be
found q full assortment of dress goods
and trimmings to match is at Richard
Bros and they sell very cheap.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
WAGONS! WAGONS!

We have this week received another
car load Of jackson Wagons, broad and
marrow tire, and can supply all who
wish to buy. a.
go. B. u IS E. w. HEDGES q. CO. 2. &.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

A dance was given at A.. X. Halls
farm on Green Prairie last Friday even
ing, as an inducement to the public
each ticket to the dance entitled the
bearer to chance in rattle for bear
that had been captured in that neigh
borhood. A large crowd attended, and
Joel Bourassa was the victim of good
fortune and secured the bear. ....
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The Northern Pacific Agent at this
place has supervision Of the business at
several neighboring points. He has
general charge Of receipts and ship
ments at Lafond's, the three brick yards,
Morrill's siding, the Water Power track
and Gregory switch. These added to
the local business, make the amount of
work done quite large. 49,,
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

In another column will be found an
advertisement of r. G. Junk OF ST.. Cloud
who viii be at the Merchants hotel i'll
this village on Monday and Tuesday
next with large line of cloaks to sell.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

VIM. Garfield was buying cigars this
week on account Of the arrival Of nice
little girl at his house Bill just as fat
and jolly as ever, Notwithstanding his
increasing responsibilities.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The G. Paul Smith entertainments
were first. class in every respect. His
audience was convulsed with laughter
and moved to tears by his wonderful ell
oqueree and life-like personatlons.-
Minneapolis Daily, Tribune
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

County Auditor Ellenbecker and his
efficient deputy. r. J. Richardson, are
now busy making up the tax books for
1887. 1t is a job that will take their
time for several weeks.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
F0r ]SalIe,.

AZ my farm in the town q IN ~ Riv--
..ar 1. registered Jersey Bun 3 years old.
Price $50 0. F. n. ANsrIELD,
III title Falls III O.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
Job Printing.

The Transcript Job Printing Office is
complete in equipment. and is supplied
with the best of material, and all orders
will be filled promptly, and work done
to tile satisfaction of patrons and at
reasonable prices. Il 81
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
LoNGLEY CONNIE.

We wish 70 positively say, right here,
Ethat Ne vim AXE no s back seat for any.
body 81 our entire stock Of goods. We
defy competition, and agree 20 meet, an, md
I'M fact discount any prices odered by
ON compel itorss;s lit1lAln Baos. q
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Prof. Van Camp is now training an
orchestra. and expects to have a very
fine one ready for the dances and enter
tainments the coming winter, 5s
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

eThe largest assortment of bottled
beer at the Central saloon. :. g.;
@@It is fact worthy of notice that
since Richard Bros. opened their store
in this town, their trade has kept on
steadily increasing; others peoples trade
seems to be shifting all the time; but
theirs, like the house built on the rock,
is invulnerable. The. only way to ac-
count forit, is the fair and just treatment
which they give to all their customers.
4 new brand Of whiskey, pure Ken
lucky Snow Flake at SPRANDEL's. s.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The proceedings ofthe board Of county
commissioners will be found in another
column, =.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Hereafter will have on sale at my
feed store the celebrated Royalton
Flour, as well as the Ga reliable grades
of Gravelville -four. Feed, brand,
shorts, etc, also for sale. q
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Is: What pity it is that the county COM
missioners can't abolish newspapers al
together. 3
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

When we buy goods, our study is, not
to get goods that will deceive the Gus
toners the easiest and therefore com
mand a larger profit; but it is to buy
goods that will combine beauty,
I style and durability. RICHARD Bros.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

, An enthusiastic audience greeted G.
Paul Smith last evening. and he showed
how we'll earned was bis fame as the
"Modern Proteus." The entertainment
was first class in all respects Fargo
ro,fa III, F5s E.,e5a:a III. o. ~ "a :f5Fe5
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The Ladies' working Club of the
Congregational church will meet at
Mrs. S. P. Fuller's next Wednesday
afternoon Oct. 49,. a full attendance is
desired and there will be work for all
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
A good pair of
pants worth 50 only
20 at TANNERS.

R6s"J. Simmons & Co. want all your
produce, and will pay the highest cash
prices.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
O {, y at only 81 SO 5
worth $500 at
TANNERS.

.5s My stock Of millinery goods has been
greatly increased, and It consists of the
latest styles off fall and winter goods.
.;g Mrs. A. MECHAu.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

A. Tanner calls especial attention this
week to his large stock of fall and win
ter clothing.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Prof. A.. r. Cornwall will speak on
Prohibition at the NJ. E. Church in Lit.
tie Falls, on Saturday Oct. 10 and Sun:
dsv. Oct. 16. at 8 o'clock D. IN,
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

q Thanking the public for the very
liberal patronage they have heretofore
bestowed on me, I hope for a continues
ance Of the same. if good goods, low
prices and courteous treatment will
merit it. My trade has largely increas-
ed year by year, and with my
present facilities for doing business in
my large and commodious store room,
which will be kept full and complete in
all departments, and goods sold at the
the lowest living prices, 7 expect to
more than double my trade the coming
year. Respectfully
! Al. fANNER. #
{ The finest line of shoes i'll the city and
y,s,.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

For the largest stock and lowest prices
IL Millinery and ia Ladies' furnishing
goods 70 to MRs. HpsGHs.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

There is no risk Of buying shelf-worn
goods when You get them Of
n. LoSGLEY Il CoNNRR.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

16J. Simmons 4 Go, have . good
horse to trade Or sell inquire AZ the Nor
rison Co, Market,
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

n6"GREAT REDUCTION | / have
just received a lot of stoves which will
sell very cheap. J. w. BERG.
Delicious and healthful mineral water
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

We hope all will now unite advancing
the interests of the village. Encourage
any one who is exerting himself in that
direction, ~ .&
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

We respectfully invite the Ladies' to
come and examine our Corduroy Suit
ings; which we have in all the leading
shades. It is the great novelty Of the
season, and is elegant and cheap.
$50 RIeHARD Bios. III
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The tax assessment for 1887 in the vii
lage Of Little Falls will be about 80 mills.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The District Fair Association at ST..
Cloud has been sued by N. P. Clarke for
81 900, and it appears that the associa-
ton is in rather poor financial condition.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14
The Best grades Of Flour

Good line Of fur coats at Richard
Bros Bottom prices. g.. a, Z. +. =
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

From the Louisville newspapers it
would seem that the party Of capitalists
who were here last week were we'll
pleased with the reception they received
and the town in general =. :
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The play at the matinee Saturday af-
ternoon of this week will be Fanchon.
admission Is cents for children and 25
cents for general admission. Saturday
evening the Vincent's will present "In
shavogue."
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Prohibition lecture at the N. j. church
on Saturday and Sunday evenings.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

County Treasurer Stoll and Clerk Of
court Staples have planned to 60 to Lake
Alexander, OH hunting trip next week,
and grand time is expected if Mr.. Sta
pies RECEIVERS from his sickness so he can
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Frank W. Lyon, the latest addition to
the legal fraternity Of Little Falls, has
Office rooms in Narcotics block. n
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

We are pleased to be able to state this
week that the matter in dispute betwee n
Leon Houde and Morrison county as to
the pay for transcribing the re cords of
the clerk Of courts Office has been set
tied by Mr.. Fl. Offering to stop suit in
consideration of receiving $500 for the
work. The county officials acted in ac-
cordance with the wishes Of great ma
jority of the people of the county, and
seemed willing to act rs fairly as posi-
BILE with Mr.. Houde. We are glad the
matter is settled, and approve of the
action of the county attorney and board
Of commissioners.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Cash paid for cartridges at the Nor
rison Co., Market by.
81. 5.s J. SIMMONS d Co. !
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

The new green postage stamps have
made their appearance at the Little
Falls postOffice. y. q, -, :.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

G. Paul Smith, the Modern Proteus',
at the Opera House next Monday eye
ming. 81: ISL +.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

futile & Churchill have just received
the largest supply Of books ever brought
to Little Falls. They are of the hes!
class, and will be sold very cheap.
Mr.. N. P. Clarke and his three daught.
ers. Misses Charlotte, May and Nellie
will start next Thursday for their Euro
pean trip.-St. Cloud Journal Press.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1887-10-14

Eight train loads Of stock went south
on the Northern Pacific Sunday.